Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) adults, group in flight, returning to breeding cliffs, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march
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Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) adults, group in flight, returning to breeding cliffs, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march
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Media ID 6551223
© FLPA/David Tipling
Arctic Auks Boreal Cliff Cliffs Flock Flocks Guillemot Guillemots Hornoya Murre Murres Nestsite Nestsites Northern Europe Norway Norwegian Return Returning Returns Sea Bird Seabird Seabirds Site Sites Snow Fall Snowfall Varanger Breeding Snows
Snowy Soiree - A Majestic Gathering of Guillemots in Northern Norway
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this breathtaking snapshot captured by wildlife photographer David Tipling, a flurry of Common Guillemot adults takes flight, creating a mesmerizing spectacle against the snowy backdrop of Hornoya Island. As winter loosens its grip on Varanger's rugged coast, these elegant seabirds return to their beloved breeding cliffs with an air of excitement and anticipation. The European group nature site transforms into a vibrant hub as the guillemots gracefully navigate the Atlantic currents. With their striking black and white plumage contrasting against the pristine snowfall, they paint a picture-perfect scene that is nothing short of awe-inspiring. These arctic auks are not just any ordinary birds; they are masters of flight and navigation. Their synchronized movements resemble an intricate ballet routine performed mid-air. It's as if they have rehearsed for this grand performance throughout their time spent away from these coastal havens. As spring breathes new life into the cliffside colonies, these returning guillemots bring with them an infectious energy that permeates every corner of Hornoya Island. The echoes of their calls fill the crisp northern air, announcing their triumphant homecoming to fellow feathered friends. So let us marvel at this remarkable display—a testament to both nature's resilience and beauty—where flocks upon flocks create living tapestries along Europe's northern shores. Join us in celebrating this wondrous gathering where land meets
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